Nutrition Unit Exam - Lockwood

Terry works at McDonalds and gets free meals there every time he works. He is often tired after work, so he goes home and lays on the couch and drinks pop and eats chips. Which side of the health triangle is Terry lacking?

• A) Spiritual

• B) Mental/Emotional

• C) Social

• D) Physical

Childhood obesity is at an epidemic high in the United States. Which of the following is a possible contributing factor to this epidemic:

• Lack of exercise among youth

• All of the above

• Cost of High quality food versus processed foods

• Lower availability of fresh food in certain parts of the country (i.e.: food deserts in city areas)

Which factor will have the biggest influence on what his food choice for dinner will be?

• Food Allergies

• Lack of time/convenience

• Price of the meal

• Culture

A person who is obese or overweight has an increase chance to develop which of the following diseases:

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Lung Cancer

• Diabetes

• Parkinson’s Disease

According to research, which of the following is a lifestyle factor that has been shown to improve one’s health and wellness:

• Get at least 8 hours of sleep a night.

• Brush and floss your teeth twice each day.

• Eat six small meals at any time during the day.

• Exercise 2 times a week; 10 minutes at a time.

A nutrient is:

• A) A person who studies food and how it impacts the body.

• B) A study of foods.

• C) A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.

• D) A Food that gives you energy.

Sue eats mostly candy bars, soda, and pizza. What nutrient is dominant in her diet?

• A) Carbohydrates

• B) Vitamins

• C) Minerals

• D) Proteins

If Sue continues eating mostly junk food as her diet, how might it make her feel?

• Awake

• Tired

• Focused

• Energized

What is a good food source Sue could eat for lasting energy?

• Oranges

• Whole wheat pasta

• Donuts

• Steak

Joe eats hamburgers, fried chicken & french fries. His diet consists mainly of what type of fat?

• Unsaturated and monounsaturated fats

• Trans and saturated fats

• Cholesterol

• High Density fats